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2022 CROSBY JUNIOR GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS

~ In memory of Thomas & Lucille Crosby ~

Terms of Competition

Play is governed by the USGA Rules of Golf, Effective January 2019, the Local Rules as described in the Notice to Competitors distributed to players at the tournament site, and these Conditions of Competition. Unless otherwise noted, the penalty for breach of a Local Rule or Condition is the General Penalty.

THE COMPETITION: The tournament is a gross score competition. For those competing in the 11 & Over flights, it is an 18-hole competition. For those competing in the 10 & Under flights, it is a 9-hole competition.

CODE OF CONDUCT: By submitting an entry for any Long Beach Golf Festival-administered competition, the contestant understands that he may be Disqualified by the LBGF Committee under Rule 1.2b at any time before or during the competition for unbecoming conduct, including, but not limited to:

Willful damage of the golf course or golf course property
Club throwing
Offensive, threatening, or unbecoming language or actions
Verbal abuse of LBGF staff, officials, volunteers, host club staff, or other competitors
Potential endangerment of others
Manipulation of scores posted for handicapping purposes or other acts of cheating

The contestant also understands that appropriate golf clothing must be worn at all times – no denim pants, short shorts, tee shirts, or tank tops allowed – and that Model Local Rule G-7 is in effect, prohibiting shoes with metal or traditionally designed spikes. Non-compliance with this dress code constitutes a breach of the Code of Conduct.

The penalty for breach of the Code of Conduct is a warning for the first offense and Disqualification for a second offense.

TEE TIMES & PAIRINGS: For those competing in the 11 & Over flights, the tournament will begin with a “shotgun” start at Recreation Park, in which all players will begin at the same time, from different pre-assigned tees. For those competing in the 10 & Under flights, players will tee off sequentially from Hole #1 at Rec Park South (aka “Little Rec”).

TIME OF STARTING: All players taking part in the shotgun start at Recreation Park must be present at tournament check-in by no later than 10 minutes prior to send-off time. Any player not present and ready to play at send-off time shall be assessed the General Penalty. All players at Rec Park South must be present at the proper tee at their scheduled time, ready to play when the starter calls the first player in the group to play. Any player not present and ready to play at the time the first player in the group is called to the tee, shall be assessed the General Penalty. If any competitor arrives more than five (5) minutes late for send-off or for their published starting time he or she SHALL BE DISQUALIFIED.

TEE MARKERS & HOLE LOCATIONS: All competitors will play from the tee markers listed on their scorecards. Flags on each flagstick indicate the following hole locations: red-front; white-middle; blue-back.

DISTANCE-MEASURING DEVICES: Hand-held or other devices (yardage or GPS devices) may be used, but ONLY to measure distance. Players using devices with features that gauge or measure other conditions in addition to distance (e.g. wind or gradient) must switch those features off during tournament play (Rule 4.3a). The General Penalty will be assessed for a first violation, and the player will be Disqualified for a second violation.

CONFORMING EQUIPMENT LISTS: For driver heads, Local Rule as prescribed in Section 8 of the Committee Procedures is in effect (Model Local Rule G-1). For golf balls, Local Rule as prescribed in Section 8 of the Committee Procedures is in effect (Model Local Rule G-3). Regarding club grooves and punch-mark specifications, Local Rule as prescribed in Section 8 of the Committee Procedures is in effect (Model Local Rule G-2).

OTHER LOCAL RULES: The following Local Rules, found in the Official Guide to the Rules of Golf, shall be in effect:

Protection Of Young Trees: Model Local Rule E-10 is in effect. Young trees identified by stakes are No PlayZones, and if a player’s ball lies anywhere on the course and it lies on or touches such a tree or its well, or such a tree or its well interferes with the player’s stance or area of intended swing, the player must take relief under Rule 16.1.f

Ball Played From Outside Relief Area When Taking Back-On-The-Line Relief: Model Local Rule E-12 is in effect.

Ground Under Repair Treated as Part of Nearby Obstruction:

White lines areas and the artificially-surfaced road or path they tie into are treated as a single abnormal course condition when taking relief under Rule 16.1 (Model Local Rule F-3.1)
Where areas of damaged ground are right next to artificially-surfaced roads or paths and rutted or damaged areas adjacent to bunkers where maintenance equipment enters/exits they are treated as a single abnormal course condition when taking relief under Rule 16.1 (Model Local Rule F-3.2)

Immovable Obstructions Close to Putting Greens: Model Local Rule F-5 is in effect and is modified as follows – For a ball in the general area, relief is allowed when both the ball and the immovable obstruction lie in an area cut to fairway height or less.

Relief From Seams of Cut Turf: Model Local Rule F-7 is in effect and is modified as follows – Relief is for lie of ball only.

Damage by Animals: Model Local Rule F-10 is in effect and is modified as follows – Relief is only granted from fresh holes or burrows, and for lie of ball only.

All Roads and Paths Treated as Obstructions: Model Local Rule F-17 is in effect.

Prohibiting or Restricting Use of Audio and Video Devices: Model Local Rule G-8 is in effect.

Replacement of Club that is Broken or Significantly Damaged: Model Local Rule G-9 as prescribed in the Clarifications to the 2019 Rules of Golf is in effect.

SECOND BALL: Rule 20.1c(3), which authorizes play of a second ball when doubtful of your rights or procedure. The competitor’s decision to invoke this rule must be announced to their marker BEFORE the second ball is put into play and before any stroke is played with the original ball. The player must announce which ball will count if the Rules allow. The player must report the facts to the Committee immediately upon completing play. The penalty for failure to do so is Disqualification.

CADDIES: Caddies are not allowed, and players are prohibited from receiving advice from parents or other spectators.

SPECTATOR CARTS: Spectator carts will not be allowed during the tournament, with the sole exception being that of carts requested due to physical handicaps or medical conditions. In those instances, proof of disability (e.g. a doctor’s note, handicapped driver hangtag, placard, etc.) must be presented to a Festival staff member at Tournament Headquarters onsite. The handicapped spectator will then be given a golf cart placard to bring to the golf shop to secure a cart rental.

PROMPT PACE OF PLAY: Rule 5.6b states "A round of golf is meant to be played at a prompt pace.” Accordingly, the Committee has established the following Local Rules: A group is deemed out of position when starting the play of any par 4 or par 5, which is clear of all players, and the elapsed time for the round averages 14 minutes or more for the holes completed. In such case, all players in the group shall be notified that they are being observed and timed. A player is subject to penalty if his group is out of position, has been informed that they will be timed, and takes more than 40 seconds to play ANY stroke. Penalties for failure to maintain a prompt pace are as defined: First offense – warning; second offense – one stroke; third offense – two additional strokes; fourth offense – Disqualification.

SCORECARDS: Signed and attested scorecards shall be returned, without delay, to the designated scoring area following the stipulated round. Once the player has exited the designated scoring area the card is deemed officially submitted.

BREAKING TIES: There will be a playoff only to determine the overall champion of each division (Boys and Girls). The playoff will start on a tee designated by the Committee, and will begin within five minutes of the official determination that a tie exists. All other ties will be determined by matching cards according to the Countback method (last 9, 6, 3, 1 holes).

CLOSE OF COMPETITION: The Competition is final when the awards have been presented.